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Joel Gould and Scott Bailey

Kalyn Ponga to win Queensland No.1 jersey for Origin opener

Game breaker Kalyn Ponga has won the Queensland fullback spot for State of Origin I in Adelaide. Photo: AAP

Kalyn Ponga’s dramatic start to 2023 has ended with him winning the race for the Queensland No.1 jersey, holding off a challenge from Reece Walsh for the Maroons’ fullback role.

Coach Billy Slater will confirm his team on Monday morning for the State of Origin series opener, with Ponga to be the first name read out.

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